Publisher's Synopsis
Westbrook Parsonage is a novel written by Harriet Burn McKeever and published in 1878. The story is set in a small New England town and revolves around the lives of the residents of Westbrook Parsonage. The main character is Reverend John Grey, a young and idealistic minister who has just been appointed to the parish. He is accompanied by his wife, Mary, and their young daughter, Alice. As the Grey family settles into their new home, they become acquainted with the other residents of the parsonage, including the housekeeper, Mrs. Brown, and the parishioners, many of whom are struggling with personal and financial difficulties. The novel explores themes of community, faith, and personal growth as the characters navigate their relationships with one another and confront the challenges of their lives. Reverend Grey, in particular, is forced to confront his own naivete and idealism as he grapples with the realities of his new role and the difficulties faced by his parishioners. Throughout the novel, McKeever offers a vivid portrayal of life in a small New England town in the late 19th century, depicting the rhythms of daily life, the social hierarchies and expectations, and the struggles and joys of ordinary people. Overall, Westbrook Parsonage is a charming and insightful novel that offers a window into a bygone era and explores timeless themes of human experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
